Transplant & The Native

On today's episode of Stoned Appetit, we virtually sit down with a guest from the other coast! Former NewEnglander traded in his snow boots for JORTS and launched a company based out of Florida. We are sitting down with Ryan Forrestal, Founder & Creator of BluntBowls™️, a cannabis accessory that is meant to line the bowl of your pipe to add the euphoria & taste of a blunt. We learned about how Ryan found himself not only in Florida but also in the business of cannabis. We learn about the product itself & where you can find it nationwide (or check www.bluntbowls.com). Great guest, riveting project...BIZARRE answer for the StonedAppetit question of the week hahaTune in, subscribe/rate/review & then go out and try this new thing called the "bluntbowl"!!!

On today's holiday episode, Kip + CB sit down with 3 staples in the community, Bubba Kush - the literal Godfather of Cannabis growing, JOLT - the godfather of Colorado Street Art & Gene Lucero the man who opened up a food hall & jazz bar, because he knew the community needed it!! We are thankful as fuck to talk with this group of guys this week.We talk humble beginnings, from working in porn and promoting jazz musicians to how the new guests had gotten to where they are today. We recap our last episode with JOLT, talk more in detail about the community programs he's got under his wing as well as his new projects & art exhibits he has going around Denver! Hilarious episode, lots of ball busting & then we all get together at the end and remember why we're blessed & what we're thankful for... Quite literally a great episode with exceptional guests who have followed their passion & because of that... have done so many great things during their time on this rock! Be sure to check out Gene's

On today's episode of Stoned Appetit, CB + Kip sit down to talk about the last few weekends on the road.. we've been busy bees and its nice to be back in the home studio for a change. We talk about the southern delicacies that CB enjoyed, Kip's relaxing weekend in Georgetown, CO... then we have Chef Oscar Padilla join the podcast to talk about his tenure working with Richard Sandoval.Chef Oscar has helped Sandoval open restaurants around the world, with his culinary expertise & professionalism all after a crazy email got sent to the wrong person... Crazy, persnickety turn of events led him to creating a restaurant empire & running one of the best kitchens in Denver. We talk about his early beginnings, living in Mexico then turn towards our conversation around Toro Latin Kitchen. The locally sourced, carefully curated seasonal menu, Denver's TORO is a top spot in town & we teed off on the questions and snacks! Hear Oscar's whole story by tuning in, then subscribe/rate/review.... we got a slew of gr

On today's episode of Stoned Appetit, the guys sit down with Cannaline Marketing & NoStal Cannabis founders, Qazi Islam & Leslie Gardner to talk about how they started their cannabis company and life in Oklahoma with legal pot. From their early days of peer pressure and smoking during school to growing their own cannabis marketing firm & launching their own pot line.. we dish on it all. You want to know more about the Oklahoma cannabis scene? TUNE IN! Want to know the best way to navigate a gas station casino.. yeah, we got you!! Great episode, fantastic guests, cant wait to visit them & enjoy more of their pre-rolls! Give em a follow, give em a smoke but not until after you've given this episode a listen!

On today's episode of Stoned Appetit, we have our last interview from Vegas, with Elizabeth Hogan of Willie's Reserve. Willies' Reserve is the "personal" selection of WIllie Nelson that is sold in dispensaries across the country. We sit down with Elizabeth to talk not only about the early days of the company & how it came to fruition, but her love for the plant, Willie & MJ Biz Con too... Elizabeth was infectious, knowledgable & might possibly be the greatest spokesperson for a company these ears have ever seen. Hear about what it's like to smoke with Willie & friends and learn a little about how they've been so successful and how they continue to reach new highs (nailed it) with their cannabis brand.

On today's episode of Stoned Appetit presented by Seed & Smith cannabis, Kip is still raging in Vegas and sitting down former guest, Cort Smith to talk about the vibe around the 10th MJBizCon. Cort is a Vegas resident, two-time guest of the week on this podcast & your run of the mill good ol boy stoner. His company, DaVinci, has been making revolutionary innovation for cannabis users and others alike for years! So we talk about their newest launch the IQC - a digital vape that TORCHES dry weed to your specification... as well as the rest of their product line! After we talk tech, we pick Cort's brain on what the best way to enjoy MJBizCon is... and well Cort wins. He plays hosts to clients, peers & industry friends all week long & he does it the Vegas native way! Check out the podcast, check out their vaporizers if you're in the market for high end cannabis products & then check out all that DaVinci has to offer on their website/social media & throw em a follow!

On today's episode we drop our second sit down from MJBizCon, with Creative Director of Fluent Cannabis, “Os” Graziani, to talk about the growing cannabis vibe in Florida and along the east coast! We talk about how he got in the game, his movie production background and how he migrated to the States.. then we discuss the nitty gritty, the hush hush booming cannabis scene in Florida. From fighting the government to raking off the snowbirds... They are slaying it! Fluent has 27 locations in florida, and are growing their brand in PA, TX and beyond! Great episode, fucking love Os, and I will be visiting him in Miami very very soon.. so stay tuned for more great things about Fluent Cannabis!!!

On today's episode of Stoned Appetit, presented to you by Seed & Smith cannabis, Kip + Chris recap Kip's quick trip to Vegas for MJ Biz Con. We talk the parties, the crew, the vibes & the food.. from the name dropping of people there ( we didn't meet any of em) to what Kip ate n did, we cover it in the first half the epi.... second half the episode is from Kip's first interview in Vegas. He sat down with the Ariana Newton of Weed Tube, to talk about all things cannabis & social media.. from navigating the pitfalls of Youtube to the constant uphill battles vs Facebook & Instagram.. we get some tips for how to survive in these trying times.. Great guest, hella good times in Vegas.. can't wait to return for more! Stay tuned, we're dropping 30 minute episodes all week, thanks to Grasslands PR + Seed & Smith cannabis.Special shoutout to Timmy Matheson & the fam from MedPharm for the good times and laughs!

On today's episode on Stoned Appetit presented by Seed & Smith, we talk with fellow Colorado cannabis company, MedPharm Holdings team about their research with weed. We've had members of the MedPharm team on back in the pandemic times, but this week we toured the facilities, spoke with the stoner nerds and got the insight into their research grants with cannabis-laced medicines. We talk about the effects of cannabinoids when paired with other medicines, and what it takes to create your own cannabis products. Great insight in to the sciences, fantastic guests in both front & back of house (Shout out Dr. Duncan, our Tarheel tour guide) doing the Lord's work! Check em out!

On the week-ender episode, Kip & Chris recap the week that was, best eats & concert treats! Basic conversation, we give the recaps of Chris's trip to Benzina & Kip visiting the ever coveted Little Arthur's Hoagies (And Yuan Wonton). We also talk about the Broncos & their clusterfuck of their opponent this weekend, how to properly dress your spaghetti and the High Five category of the week is "Weekend Getaways" including sleeper towns for those who may not want to ski on the weekends in winter. Tune In, Let Us Know What Ya Think... and Stay Tuned for epic content next week.

On today's episode of Stoned Appetit, Kip & Chris sit down with the two behind the Pop-up Food Concept "The Easy Vegan" based out of Denver... Tay Herbert & Lex Mandolini join the podcast to shake the stigma of the vegan food scene (and cocktail). With creative dishes & a stoner mentality, they've set their mission to squash the thought that vegan food can't be dank, delicious, and glutinous... just because they're plant-based ingredients. Their food is dynamite! From their food stand at City Park Farmer's Markets to their pop-up dinners celebrating their anniversary, your anniversary and all parties in between..they are changing the stigma that you can't have dank food in vegan-vessels! Tune in to the pod, rate it 5 stars if you like Tay, Lex, Chris or even Kip... and then be sure to check their page @TheEasyVeganDenver for information about where to get their bomb ass food! Stay High & Hungry Friends!

On today's episode we sit down, just the fellas.. to talk about the week that was & the weekend ahead.. We checked out some restaurants over the course of the last week, but more importantly CB went & checked out the new art exhibit - Van Gogh Immersive Experience.... on mushies. Hear his review of the exhibit as well as For[a]ged Restaurant review from the gang.We harped on the big #Freshtoberfest that is going on Saturday as well as the Andy Frasco concert at Ogden Theatre (buy tickets through Axs.com)! That and a few basic shenanigans, gambling bets & Broncos takes... Sturdy episode to get you primed for the weekend. Enjoy!

On today's episode of Stoned Appetit, we sit down with Sarah & Greg Fetzer to talk about their brewery "The Beer Emporium". Amidst the chaos that is our normal podcast, we talk about their Street Party this weekend, FRESTOBERFEST! They are closing down 42nd st, right next to Tennyson to celebrate Craft beer in Colorado! With breweries & food trucks from around the city joining in the party, this event (and the beers) are gonna knock your socks off! Add some live music to the party & it's hard to beat! In addition to the event promotion, we also ask our usual shenanigans & make fun of the Bud Light Seltzer fans in America (Midwest beware)!!! Tune in, subscribe to the pod & buy tickets to this weekend's festivities!

The week before his big show at Denver's Ogden Theatre (October 9th), Andy Frasco sits down during his layover to talk about how tour life is treating him. We chat with the infamous rockstar about everything from his early punk pop days to his most recent single going VIRAL, doing record numbies... Andy was the perfect guest and sport. We covered his dance parties & podcast, psychedelics and the world of drugs, lots of bullshit Laker talk and random sports tangents, favorite food stops around the country (and world) and then got real about how tour life can take its toll on you and other musicians... All of this & some crazy hypotheticals... Tune In, Tell A Friend & THEN BUY TICKETS TO ONE OF ANDY'S SHOWS IN A TOWN NEAREST YOU.Cheers

On today's episode, WE WISH CHRIS A HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!! The guys are back in studio to talk about the week that was. From sports reports to food poisoning and everything in between.. We talk about birthday dinner, the High 5 of "Autumn Eats" and the restaurants to find em around town... as well ask the audience where the best PHO in Denver is? From popups downtown to Rare Steak Fest last week... there has been a gauntlet over the last week or two. Check out the new episode if you're looking for fire eats, music playing this weekend or something in between! We cover it all! HAPPY BIRTHDAY CB!

On today's episode of Stoned Appetit, the boys are back on the road!! They packed up their gear to go south into Englewood and check out the new bar, restaurant, ice cream parlor All-In-One spot for Denver Beer Co. To learn more about the place, we chatted with Hal Reynolds & Scott Lawrence to talk about all things DBC! From their love for beer to living the hospitality grind in Memphis.. we try n dig into some of these guys favorite things about restaurants. We talk about their new concept, where its not just another brewery with food trucks, this is a spot for the whole, crew or in between! Dank beers, bomb chicken wings & delicious ice cream.. there is something for everyone!! Check it out on S Downing this weekend, perfect spot to enjoy nice weather!... and our apologies about the echo, it's the tall ceilings & challenges from recording on site!

On today's episode of Stoned Appetit, the boys are back from their outdoor excursions, ready to chat all things life... from the weekend in review for Kip in PDX and Chris trail running marathons.. it took a minute. As well as, a new episode of High 5 - with the guys discussing restaurants, bars & deli's that were gone too soon. Sturdy episode, nice teaser for Rare Steak Fest this week as well as our video content with Denver Beer Co soon to come! Stay Tuned for more action coming by the week!

On this week's episode of Stoned Appetit presented by Seed & Smith Cannabis, we sit down with Allison Wisneski & Betsy Ley, two of the founders behind Lady Justice Brewery to talk about EVERYTHING. When I say everything, I mean everything... because of our wonky schedule, we just loaded everyone down with a hysterical 2 hour episode!! If you have to give up one, oral sex or cheese, which are you giving up? Would you live off food stamps for 2 years? Would you rather do Americorp or literally anything else?If you were going to leave your spouse, who would it be for?All of these questions are answered by two hysterically fun guests who happen to make exceptional beers on Colfax! They have a fantastic mission plan, they help their community and they fight for those who can't fight for themselves... Absolutely fantastic guests & great episode. Hope y'all have a great week! Cheers

On today's episode of Stoned Appetit, we sit down with the founder of Bakery Four Shawn Bergin. From quitting his corporate america job and packing up his shit to move west to how he gets baked & comes up with his recipes.. we dive into all things bready... In addition to talking about his new location opening this fall (41st & Tennyson in the Highlands) we all start the episode discussing the Phish Dicks ticket giveaway!! Tune in, tell a friend & donate to a good cause!

On today's episode of Stoned Appetit, Kip + Chris drove up to Louisville to meet with one of our new sponsors & see their new dispensary at 1413 Hecla Way. Louisville, CO.... that was a mistake. We just treated the whole episode like that one skit in Wayne's World where the make fun of Noah's Arcade..... In addition to having a blast making fun of Mike's lack of knowledge to what is going on in the world, we talk about Seed & Smith's new dispensary that opened up last week. They have great flower, unreal vape cartridges and their trademark "DART" pen... as well as all the classic edibles, wax & heavy hitters in the industry that all dispensaries have. Check em out, buy their product... tell them we sent you so we don't get fired.